1 / 3Heaven on Horseback
📍 Haruru, Northland
Heaven on Horseback runs multi-day horse-riding holidays from Haruru in the Bay of Islands, led by Jane Kennedy. Beach, bush, and farmland riding with well-trained horses; suits both novice and experienced riders.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for families with older kids and teens who can ride a multi-day trip, or for adult riders. Reviewers - many of them experienced riders - consistently name Jane and her guides and call out the horses' temperament and the variety of landscapes covered each day. This is a riding-holiday experience rather than a one-hour trail ride.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
2 Google reviews
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Abby Michaud
6 months ago
“I had the most amazing time on this trip. Everything about it was just so good from start to finish. The horses are incredible not just well trained, but genuinely happy and taken care of which makes such a difference when you are riding every day. You can tell they are truly living their best lives. The riding itself is unreal with such beautiful scenery and so many fun moments along the way. It felt like every ride had something special about it. The guides really made the experience though. They were not only knowledgeable and professional but also so fun to be around and made everyone feel comfortable. A huge thank you to Jane, Gabbie, Gary, and Savannah for going above and beyond and making this feel like such a special and unforgettable trip. I would do it all over again in a heartbeat!!”
Audrey Bye
6 months ago
“THE BEST thing I’ve ever done. Jane is kind, witty and funny. Her horses are trustworthy, sure footed and happy. Her guides are some of the most incredible people you’ll ever meet. You won’t regret it!”
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Overview
Heaven on Horseback is a multi-day riding-holiday operation in the Bay of Islands, based at Haruru. Founder Jane Kennedy and her guides run small groups across changing North Island terrain - beaches, bush, farmland - with horses matched to each rider's experience. Suits novice to experienced riders, with Jane's reputation focused on horse welfare and rider development. Bookings essential.
